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Weekly News - 28th September 2026

Welcome to our newsletter for the week commencing 28th September 2026.  

This week we have: Early Development Group - Ducklings, Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+, Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups, Yoga for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18), Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups, 

Our new home at Acclaim House is up and running and all groups are now held at Acclaim House.  We'd really appreciate some help with fundraising, donating items or your time!  We have news of an upcoming fundraising choir event and Down Syndrome Awareness month begins.

As always, we are available by telephone and email for advice, support and signposting – please don’t hesitate to get in touch at any time.

Weekday: 0113 3234626

Weekend: 07472 320168 

Email: hello@sunshineandsmiles.org.uk

Latest news

Choir Fundraiser for Sunshine and Smiles - Volunteers Needed

Join the The North Leeds Community Choir to celebrate its 10 Year Anniversary with a fundraising concert for Sunshine and Smiles. We're also asking for volunteers to help with a Sunshine and Smiles stall and serving hot drinks.

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Final Day for Cafe 21 Team

After almost 2 years, Cafe 21 at Hollybush closed its doors on Friday.

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Help Us Get Acclaim House Ready

Can you help us get Acclaim House ready? Whether you can volunteer with the practical stuff, donate, fundraise or help source what we need, we'd love you to be involved.

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Kevin Completes Solo Challenge for Sunshine and Smiles

A huge thank you and congratulations to Kevin Harley-Roberts, who has smashed his £750 target by taking on a solo adventure this weekend and completing “The Land Between” challenge.

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Katie’s Brave Shave

A huge thank you to our lovely Katie, who has done an amazing thing for 2 charities close to her heart - the RSPCA and Sunshine and Smiles!

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Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Down Syndrome Awareness month has begun.

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Leeds SEND Services Update

Find out what's happening next for SEND services in Leeds at this event on 15th October

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What's on this week

Early Development Group - Ducklings

Early Development Group - Ducklings

Next date: Tue, 29th Sep 2026, 10:00-11:30

Using tools & resources to encourage development

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Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+

Online Karaoke Session for ages 10+

Every other Wednesday, 18:00-19:00
Next date: Wed, 30th Sep 2026

Join us online for singing fun.

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Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Next date: Sat, 3rd Oct 2026, 09:30-14:45

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

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Yoga for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18)

Yoga for Smilers and Youth (Ages 8-18)

Next date: Sat, 3rd Oct 2026, 10:30-11:30

Smilers and Youth for ages 8-18 meets every other Saturday morning.

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Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Red Speech and Language Groups

Next date: Sun, 4th Oct 2026, 09:30-14:45

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

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Individual Support Sessions

Individual Support Sessions

Every Monday
Next date: Mon, 5th Oct 2026 - Fri, 9th Oct 2026

9:30am-2:30pm: Face to face, phone or video support available

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Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Sunbeams (Ages 0-4)

Every Monday, 10:30-12:00
Next date: Mon, 5th Oct 2026

Join us with your little one for play and a cuppa, with some singing and signing too

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Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups

Next date: Tue, 6th Oct 2026, 09:30-17:00

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

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Early Development Group - Busy Bees

Early Development Group - Busy Bees

Next date: Tue, 6th Oct 2026, 10:00-11:30

Using tools & resources to encourage development

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Early Development Group - Caterpillars

Early Development Group - Caterpillars

Next date: Tue, 6th Oct 2026, 12:30-14:00

Using tools & resources to encourage development

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Online Yoga for 16+

Online Yoga for 16+

Next date: Wed, 7th Oct 2026, 19:30-20:15

Online Yoga Sessions

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Yoga for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)

Yoga for Sunflowers (Ages 2-8)

Next date: Sat, 10th Oct 2026, 10:30-11:30

Sunflowers for ages 2-8 on a Saturday morning, every 2 weeks

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Family swim at Bramley Baths

Family swim at Bramley Baths

Every other Saturday, 13:45-15:45
Next date: Sat, 10th Oct 2026

Our next family swim session

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Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups

Caitlin's Yellow Speech and Language Groups

Next date: Sun, 11th Oct 2026, 09:30-17:00

Caitlin's Speech & Language Groups

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Football for All Ages (4-11 & 12-20's)

Football for All Ages (4-11 & 12-20's)

Every other Sunday, 10:00-11:00
Next date: Sun, 11th Oct 2026

Join us for football, fun and new skills!

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